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FRA → OLB
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Olbia Costa Smeralda Airport (Olbia)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior panorama of the high Swiss Alps, including the iconic Jungfrau region, and a breathtaking final approach over the turquoise waters of the Maddalena Archipelago.
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Frankfurt Skyline
Aerial views of Germany's financial 'Mainhattan' immediately after departure.
Bernese Oberland
Spectacular views of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau peaks and massive glaciers.
Milan & Lombardy
The urban sprawl of Milan and the nearby Prealpine lakes like Maggiore and Lugano.
Ligurian Coast
The dramatic meeting point of the Apennines and the Mediterranean Sea near Genoa.
Corsica's Peaks
The rugged, snow-capped interior mountains of the French island of Corsica.
Maddalena Archipelago
Stunning turquoise lagoons and granite islands just minutes before landing in Olbia.
The right side is the clear winner for Alpine enthusiasts. For the best lighting on the mountains, choose a midday or afternoon flight. On the final approach into OLB, keep your camera ready for the stunning blue waters of the Costa Smeralda which usually appear on this side.
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The Black Forest
Dense evergreen forests and rolling hills of southwestern Germany shortly after takeoff.
Lake Constance
The sprawling 'Bodensee' where Germany, Switzerland, and Austria meet.
Central Swiss Alps
Glimpse the jagged peaks of the Glarus Alps and the Rhine valley headwaters.
Po Valley
The fertile agricultural heartland of Northern Italy stretching toward the horizon.
Elba Island
The historic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea visible during the descent phase.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid the harsh southern sun. It provides a better view of Lake Constance and the Tuscan archipelago. Watch for the Appenine Mountains as you cross from the Italian mainland toward the sea.
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Get eSIMs for ItalyDistance: 1,018 km (633 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 21 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: OLB (40.898701, 9.51763)
Route Type: International
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